creative dining services is Hiring a Recipe Cook - Full Time - Second Shift Near Wooster, OH
Do you like to be creative and work in an inclusive, professional environment? If so, join the Creative Dining team at The College of Wooster. We are looking for friendly, experienced food service professionals to complete our Recipe Cook team, serving great food to hungry students using state-of-the-art equipment and technology. Our staff have every-other weekend off, paid holidays, opportunities for training and advancement and time off between semesters to spend with family and friends during the winter holidays. Core Responsibilities:
Time food production such that all food is ready at the time of service
Prepare food items according to established recipes and menus in a manner in which preserves food freshness, quality and appeal
Utilize batch cooking techniques to avoid over or under production
Utilize safe food handling techniques at all times
Store food items according to established standards of practice; utilize proper labeling and dating
Hold prepared food items at appropriate temperatures (below 40° if cold, above 135° if hot)
Maintain production records (food usage, overages, shortages, customer counts, etc.)
Follow established work rules and regulations; ready for work in the kitchen, in uniform, at the scheduled time
If work shift requires, properly open and/or close the kitchen - unlocking/locking doors & secured areas, and turning on/turning off of all equipment essential to the operation
Maintain a safe, tidy and well-organized work environment at all times; clean up spills quickly, wear protective gear as needed (ie: slicer glove), and store wares safely
Communicate needs and concerns regarding food production and kitchen operation to supervisor appropriately, and in a timely manner
Monitor kitchen equipment for proper functioning; report any discrepancies to supervisor immediately
Support other kitchen employees in assuring that the essential functions of the kitchen are performed adequately and appropriately
Be proactive in communication; monitor communication posting areas closely
Assist management personnel in ordering and inventory procedures
Removal of refuse as needed
Putting away/Pulling stock as needed
Second shift works 2pm - 10pm Monday - Friday and every other weekend off. The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
Minimum of 2 years cooking experience
High School diploma or equivalent preferred but not required
ServSafe Certification
Physical Demands/Environment: Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds Environment may include hot, humid or cold conditions We Offer Full-Time Employees:
Competitive pay and bonus opportunities
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with a company match
Paid time off
And much, much more!
About Creative Dining Services Creative Dining Services partners with college, universities, Fortune 100 companies, full-service senior living communities, conference centers and K-12 schools and camps to provide a different kind of hospitality and facility management services experience - one that's fun, innovative, and focused on your community. Why? Because that's how it should be. Creative Dining Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Veteran-Friendly!